Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Merton (23) is ahead of Lambeth (51)
Transport: Lambeth (53/100) is ahead of Merton (39/100)
Safety score: Merton (83/100) is ahead of Lambeth (80/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Lambeth has a stronger transport score — 53/100 vs 39/100. Prices are similar: £540k in Lambeth vs £539k in Merton.
Lambeth scores higher on transport, but Merton is the more affordable option.
Best for
Lambeth
Lambeth is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Merton
Merton suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Lambeth vs Merton: what the data says
Overall, Lambeth scores higher on liveability (67/100 vs 65/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Merton is more affordable — median price £539k vs £540k in Lambeth, a difference of around 0%. Over the past year prices changed +7.1% in Lambeth and +2.0% in Merton.
Merton has a lower crime rate (23 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 51 in Lambeth). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Lambeth edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 53/100 vs 39/100).
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